Naomi Campbell is a public figure who lives in the spotlight, so it’s intriguing when she casts one onto the places and people that are important to her. As a ‘cultural innovator,’ the British supermodel leans toward historically significant landmarks and monuments, which is why it was so fitting that she stepped foot into the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque during her trip to Abu Dhabi this weekend. Campbell posted a series of photographs taken outside of the mosque on Instagram earlier today, showcasing its brilliant marble domes and one of the four minarets on the property. The complicated architecture of the mosque is a product of Islamic innovation and draws in anyone with an eye for design, much like this fashion industry icon.
The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is the largest in the UAE. It houses enchanting visual design features, including marble mosaic artwork, shimmering reflective pools, the largest handmade rug, and seven Swarovski crystal chandeliers. Not only is it a must-see landmark while visiting Abu Dhabi, but it is also a hotspot for tourists looking to deepen their knowledge of Islam and the UAE’s culture. It’s an active mosque that welcomes up to 50,000 worshippers and visitors per day, all of whom must follow the grounds’ rules. One is the modest dress code, which Campbell adhered to by wearing a headscarf and animal print coat over a floor-length dress.
“Splendor of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque,” said Campbell in her Instagram post at the mosque. We can only assume the supermodel enjoyed her visit there alongside her friends: musician Stevie Mackey, fashion creative EJ King, PrettyLittleThing founder Umar Kamani, and his wife, model Nada Adelle. Campbell is well-known for her love of the MENA region, most recently spending New Year’s in Dubai and hosting her Emerge Fashion Gala in Qatar alongside Qatar Creates. This trip to the mosque is another show of her appreciation for the cultures in the MENA region and an inspirational post for anyone looking to travel to Abu Dhabi in the near future.
